Experts urge for enhanced focus on digital talent development in Africa at Hyperscalers conference

The technology industry in Africa is experiencing rapid growth, with a notable increase in the digital workforce. However, alongside the swift evolution of software skills, there is a troubling decline…

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Nigeria signs new legislation designating digital assets as critical national infrastructure

Nigeria's Federal Government has officially designated digital infrastructure as critical national infrastructure through the release of the ‘Designation and Protection of Critical National Information Infrastructure Order, 2024.’ This gazette aims…

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Navigating the energy transition: the cost implications for Africa’s data centers

By Wabo Majavu, Executive, Strategy and Business Operations, Africa Data Centres The data center industry in Africa is experiencing rapid expansion, driven by several factors including increased mobile adoption, fintech…

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Microsoft and G42 to build geothermal-powered data center in Kenya, invest $1b on digital initiatives

Microsoft, in collaboration with G42, an advanced analytics and artificial intelligence company, has unveiled an ambitious venture to establish a geothermal-powered data center in Kenya. This initiative is part of…

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Nigerian Government secures approvals for new 90,000km fiber optic cable backbone

After its Federal Executive Council meeting, Nigeria's Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, announced that the government has secured two significant approvals to enhance internet connectivity…

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